Kristi Patton

Thomas Brayden Kruger-Allen appeared in the Penticton court house on June 20 for his bail hearing. He is facing two charges of assault, one charge of aggravated assault and one charge of sexual assault in relation to an incident on a Penticton beach on May 3. The decision regarding his bail is expected for Monday, June 24. (Western News file photo)

Man in court for allegedly vandalizing former home of accused Penticton shooter

Zachary Charles Steele has been charged with one count of mischief to property

Thomas Brayden Kruger-Allen appeared in the Penticton court house on June 20 for his bail hearing. He is facing two charges of assault, one charge of aggravated assault and one charge of sexual assault in relation to an incident on a Penticton beach on May 3. The decision regarding his bail is expected for Monday, June 24. (Western News file photo)
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Penticton RCMP uncover stash of allegedly stolen identification and property

RCMP have recovered stolen property and identification during the execution of a search warrant at an apartment and U-Haul truck in Penticton.

(Black Press file photo)
One person was arrested following an alleged break and enter at the Oliver Food Bank. (Submitted photo)

RCMP call alleged theft from South Okanagan food bank “heartless”

One person in custody for allegedly breaking into the Oliver Food Bank

One person was arrested following an alleged break and enter at the Oliver Food Bank. (Submitted photo)
A photographer caught this pic of the thunder and lightning storm that lit up the South Okanagan skies on Tuesday evening. (Photo courtesy of Amber Fradin)

Storm makes for a busy night for some South Okanagan fire departments

Several calls for downed power lines and grass fires in the South Okanagan

A photographer caught this pic of the thunder and lightning storm that lit up the South Okanagan skies on Tuesday evening. (Photo courtesy of Amber Fradin)
Black Press Media file photo

Tip from South Okanagan Correctional Centre leads to arrest

Penticton man facing a number of property theft charges

Black Press Media file photo

Two new wildfires south of Penticton

Both of the fires were put on the wildfire map on Tuesday evening as a thunderstorm rolled through

Penticton RCMP said driving under the influence continues to be a concern in the Penticton region, using the example of this vehicle that rolled three times and stopped in a ditch near Kaleden. It is believed alcohol was a factor in the collision. (RCMP supplied photo)

Concern for growing number of impaired drivers in Penticton

Vehicle rolled three times before coming to a stop in a ditch near Kaleden

Penticton RCMP said driving under the influence continues to be a concern in the Penticton region, using the example of this vehicle that rolled three times and stopped in a ditch near Kaleden. It is believed alcohol was a factor in the collision. (RCMP supplied photo)
Photo by Naramata Fire Rescue

Naramata fire chief: try not to panic when calling emergency services

Two calls for service end up being one, as mix up in locations

Photo by Naramata Fire Rescue
RCMP are asking residents to be aware of a phone scam. (Black Press Media files)

Phone scam making its way through the South Okanagan

A telemarketing scam is targeting area residents

RCMP are asking residents to be aware of a phone scam. (Black Press Media files)
An RCMP officer talks to a man in front of Wrights Beach Camp and RV park early Sunday morning. (Mark Brett - Western News)

RCMP track down vehicle used in Penticton hit and run

Penticton RCMP are asking for any witnesses to a hit and run incident to come forward

An RCMP officer talks to a man in front of Wrights Beach Camp and RV park early Sunday morning. (Mark Brett - Western News)
Professional wrestler Chris Jericho stopped in the South Okanagan with his family for a wedding on the weekend. He posted several photos and videos of his trip to his social media accounts. (Photo Chris Jericho/Facebook)

Wrestling legend finds his wedding dance groove in Penticton

Professional wrestler Chris Jericho posted on social media that he was in Penticton recently

Professional wrestler Chris Jericho stopped in the South Okanagan with his family for a wedding on the weekend. He posted several photos and videos of his trip to his social media accounts. (Photo Chris Jericho/Facebook)
Okanagan Falls Volunteer Fire Department, photo from Okanagan Falls Volunteer Fire Department Facebook page

Backhoe ‘burned to a crisp’ in Okanagan Falls

South Okanagan fire chief said the situation could have been a lot worse

Okanagan Falls Volunteer Fire Department, photo from Okanagan Falls Volunteer Fire Department Facebook page
Thomas Brayden Kruger-Allen is one of three men that were charged after a ‘vicious’ assault two years ago that took place in a back alley behind a nightclub. The judge gave him a four month conditional sentenced to be followed by 18 months probation. (Facebook photo)

House arrest for ‘vicious’ back-alley attack on Penticton man

Thomas Brayden Kruger-Allen was at the Mule Nightclub prior to the assault

Thomas Brayden Kruger-Allen is one of three men that were charged after a ‘vicious’ assault two years ago that took place in a back alley behind a nightclub. The judge gave him a four month conditional sentenced to be followed by 18 months probation. (Facebook photo)
A beautiful Okanagan sunset. (Photo courtesy of windsailguy/Instagram)

Mix of sun and cloud for the Okanagan-Similkameen Shuswap

Chance of showers for much of the region this afternoon

A beautiful Okanagan sunset. (Photo courtesy of windsailguy/Instagram)
BC Wildfire map

UPDATE: Lightning causes three wildfires east of Osoyoos

It is believed the fires started by a lightning storm

BC Wildfire map
Upcoming concerts and events from around the South Okanagan. Western News graphic

TGIF: Penticton and South Okanagan events listings

Live theatre, concerts, events, art exhibits and more from around the South Okanagan

Upcoming concerts and events from around the South Okanagan. Western News graphic
John Brittain, 68, was charged with three counts of first degree murder and one count of second degree murder as a result of the incidents that occurred on April 15. He appeared via closed circuit television at Penticton court on May 8 for his arraignment, which has been adjourned until May 29. (Jordyn Thomson — Western News)

Arrest made for vandalism of former home of Penticton man accused of murder

RCMP confirmed one person has been arrested in relation to the alleged vandalism

John Brittain, 68, was charged with three counts of first degree murder and one count of second degree murder as a result of the incidents that occurred on April 15. He appeared via closed circuit television at Penticton court on May 8 for his arraignment, which has been adjourned until May 29. (Jordyn Thomson — Western News)
Cold case files: Investigation continues for unidentified remains found in Penticton

Cold case files: Investigation continues for unidentified remains found in Penticton

The identity of the deceased male was established as Edward Howe

Cold case files: Investigation continues for unidentified remains found in Penticton
Penticton RCMP are still on scene at 152 Industrial Crt. where they appear to be conducting an investigation that started around 11:50 a.m. on Thursday. As of approximately 2:30 p.m., one police cruiser and multiple officers are still on scene in one of the units in the business park. (Kristi Patton - Western News)

Penticton RCMP investigation in business park

A dozen RCMP officers, some undercover, were at the scene investigating on Thursday morning

Penticton RCMP are still on scene at 152 Industrial Crt. where they appear to be conducting an investigation that started around 11:50 a.m. on Thursday. As of approximately 2:30 p.m., one police cruiser and multiple officers are still on scene in one of the units in the business park. (Kristi Patton - Western News)
The family of Terry Isaac, wildlife artist, announced the artist’s sudden and unexpected death on July 16. Isaac was recently named Ducks Unlimited Canada’s Artist of the Year for 2019 thanks to his submitted piece Veiled in Mist. The piece will be included in the company’s National Art Portfolio, sales of which go towards wetland conservation. (Jordyn Thomson - Western News)

Respected wildlife artist in Penticton dies

According to a post by his family, Terry Isaac died on July 16

The family of Terry Isaac, wildlife artist, announced the artist’s sudden and unexpected death on July 16. Isaac was recently named Ducks Unlimited Canada’s Artist of the Year for 2019 thanks to his submitted piece Veiled in Mist. The piece will be included in the company’s National Art Portfolio, sales of which go towards wetland conservation. (Jordyn Thomson - Western News)